Former Penn State football coach Joe Paterno remains alive, although he is in serious condition. His family had indicated he was experiencing minor complications in treatment, and the twitter comment by his son verified that he is alive.

85 year old Paterno has been battling lung cancer; He is hospitalized since Jan 13th.

Paterno coached Penn State for 46 seasons. Paterno set the record for most wins by a single coach in Division 1 football history, with 409.

Bill O'Brien, the current offensive coordinator of the New England Patriots, will take over the Penn State program at the conclusion of the Patriots season.